Alicia
How much time should I be spending on homework in college?
Time Management is important. So how do you balance activities and studying? #timemanagement
4 answers
Alice Bekombo
Alice’s Answer
Hello Alicia,
I would recommend to create a daily or weekly schedules, in which you include some breaks from studying and some time for hobbies or fun activities. Discipline is key. Make sure to still dedicate enough time for your homework and that you don't include "too many" breaks :) . Making breaks and allowing yourself time to clear your mind should help you to get back to your homework with a rested brain, which should ultimately help you to study better.
The most important thing is to commit to your schedule and stick to it.
Good luck.
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Ashish Malhotra
Ashish’s Answer
Hellos,
Simply if I said, give time to your homework till you will not satisfy on your contribution everyday.
Discipline is very important so schedule your day from morning to evening and comply that daily.
Remember, the most difficult part is to comply.
Thank you.
Chris Urban
Chris’s Answer
This is an ancillary consideration, but make sure your schedule is what you need it to be. For instance, I remember, I took a much harder math than I needed because in HS I enjoyed math, but I totally did not need it and yet it took up the vast majority of my homework time. Spend some time with your counselor to ensure you will graduate on time and what you need to do. Consider things like a minor or a double major or graduating early, etc.
Another consideration is whether are you working full time. If you are, then perhaps, it makes sense to allow yourself to get Bs instead of As. Focus on the easy things like if you get a % for doing homework or a % for participation, etc. Focus on the easy things and then become a good test taker. Also, I recommend meeting with the professor and express your interest in doing well. They will usually give you some tips on easy ways to do well etc.
Also, understand your priorities. What benefit will you derive by what actions. Is it homework in this class or is it a project in that class, or something else?
